Show off
noun, verb
noun, verb ·Uncommon ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 Nonstandard spelling of show-off. alt-of, nonstandard
Verb
- 1 To exhibit the best attributes of something. idiomatic, transitive
"Grocery stores show off their produce by placing the most attractive specimens in front."
- 2 display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously wordnet
- 3 To attract attention to for the purpose of bragging or personal exhibitionism; to demonstrate a skill, talent or property for the purpose of bragging or personal exhibitionism. idiomatic, intransitive, transitive
"She loves to show off her driving prowess."
Example
More examples"Grocery stores show off their produce by placing the most attractive specimens in front."